I have an early 1863 Farmingdale Sharps carbine SN 2XX with a patchbox and double set trigger in 50 cal (NO saddle ring).
Dovetailed front sight. The Sharps 1863's are percussion rifles, that I am filling the powder chamber with loose black powder instead of using paper cartridges.
After having my shoulder replaced I am not too excited about the recoil of the 50 carbine. I just started shooting my .45 1863 Sharps and have had to order a new mold as my 540 grainers are too stiff.
I ordered a TJ liner in .357. It has an OD of .500".
I have never heard of anyone using a liner in a 1863.
The 1/2" OD liner slides right into the 50 cal barrel. If I decide to undo this I can heat the barrel and remove the liner, at least in theory.
I ordered a .359 LFN 220 grain mold from LBT with black powder grease grooves.
Once I have the mold and cast some bullets I will need to figure out a way to ream the liner for the bullet.
Have thought of several options but have not decided yet on the reaming method.
Anyone heard of anyone doing this?
Carl